Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University (BSMMU) on Saturday observed World AIDS Day with great hope and optimism for a successful prevention of the Human immunodeficiency virus infection and acquired immune deficiency syndrome (HIV/AIDS) across the country. BSMMU arranged a rally and provided AIDS related information with T-shirt, cap, Leaflet, poster, said a press release.
The rally was inaugurated by BSMMU Vice-Chancellor Prof Dr Kanak Kanti Barua while Pro-Vice Chancellor (Research and Development), Pro-Vice Chancellor (Administration), Pro-Vice Chancellor (Academic), Treasurer, Proctor, Registrar, Director- Hospital, Prof. Saleha Begum Chowdhury were present, among others.
The rally started at 8:30 am from Bot-tola of BSMMU and passed important blocks and circles and ended to Between C and D Block of BSMMU. BSMMU VC said, BSMMU is the pioneer to start public facility-based HIV service in Bangladesh.
He also mentioned the major achievements regarding HIV service in BSMMU.
